SF Muni Safeguards Route 5 Service During Utility Work

SF Route 5 bus detours via Golden Gate Avenue due to PG&E utility work at McAllister

Route 5 Detours via Golden Gate in SF

San Francisco's Inbound 5 bus is running on a detour after PG&E utility work blocked the route at McAllister and Larkin, transit officials said Monday. The disruption affects riders traveling through the busy downtown corridor, with buses now bypassing regular stops along the affected section. Officials haven't said when normal service will resume.

Detour Route Details

The Inbound 5 now travels via Golden Gate Avenue between Larkin and Hyde Streets instead of its regular path along McAllister, according to the transit agency. Riders who typically use stops along the original McAllister Street segment will need to board at alternative locations along the detour route. Transit officials said the change maintains service continuity through the area while utility work continues. Specific details about how many stops are affected or exact boarding alternatives weren't provided by the agency.

PG&E Work Causes Closure

The route blockage stems from PG&E utility work at the McAllister and Larkin intersection, officials said. The transit agency classified the disruption as high-severity in an alert published March 3. PG&E didn't provide details about the nature of the utility work or how long the project will take to complete. Transit agencies typically coordinate with utility companies on street closures, though the duration of this particular project wasn't available.

Duration Remains Unclear

Officials haven't announced when the Route 5 will return to its regular path. The timeline depends on when PG&E completes its utility work at the intersection, though the company hasn't released a projected completion date. Transit officials said they'll restore normal service once the street reopens.

Rider Guidance

Passengers should allow extra travel time and plan for alternative boarding locations while the detour remains in effect. The transit agency shared information about the disruption through official communications channels. Riders can check Moovit for real-time Route 5 updates and current service patterns during the detour period.